Water Conservation Levels in place

Level 1 Water Conservation is in place for Shannon & Tokomaru from Friday 24 January 2025 until further notice. Level 2 Water Conservation is in place for Levin and Ōhau from Thursday 23 January 2025 until further notice. Water Conservation Level 2 remains in place for Foxton and Foxton Beach until further notice.

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Foxton Beach unsuitable for swimming - 20 February 2025

Horizons Regional Council monitor water quality for our district and have a 'Unsuitable for swimming' warning currently in place for Foxton Beach. The warning includes swimming, water activities and kai collection. Another sample will be taken at Foxton Beach today - keep an eye on the LAWA website (Land, Air, Water Aotearoa) for any updates.

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Pasifika Celebration Day set to shine in Horowhenua

Published on February 21, 2025

Horowhenua is set to come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavours of the Pacific as Pasifika Celebration Day takes centre stage on Saturday 1 March. This highly anticipated festival is the first successful recipient of the Horowhenua Major Events Fund under the Strategic Growth Event category, positioning it as a rising star in New Zealand’s cultural event scene.

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Community Grants and Funding – Don’t Miss Your Chance to Apply

Published on February 19, 2025

Great ideas deserve great support, and Horowhenua District Council’s Community Grants and Community Funding programme is here to help bring them to life. Whether you’re planning a community project, event, or initiative, now is the time to apply and take advantage of the funding available.

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Reimagining the Levin War Memorial Hall: Have your say

Published on February 18, 2025

Imagine a new-look Levin War Memorial Hall and Village Green with a restaurant, shops, housing, and a village square.
That dream could become a reality if Horowhenua District Council accepts a proposal to redevelop this underutilised part of the Levin Town Centre. Before any final decisions are made, Council wants to hear what the community thinks of the idea.

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Upcoming Works for Foxton’s Community Facilities

Published on February 18, 2025

Foxton’s community facilities are set to receive a significant investment over the coming months, ensuring they remain fit for purpose and continue to serve the community effectively. We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate the community’s patience as we work to ensure these spaces remain safe and functional for the whole community.

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Horowhenua one step closer to establishing world-class golf course

Published on February 14, 2025

Golfers from near and far may soon be spoilt for choice with Council voting to reclassify reserve land and grant a licence to Grenadier Limited to develop a world class 18-hole links golf course in Ōhau. The decision could see significant economic benefit for Horowhenua.

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Get Ready to Move - Whānau Triathlon Series Returns to Horowhenua

Published on February 14, 2025

One of the biggest growing whānau sporting events in Horowhenua is back. The Let’s Move Together Triathlon is set to take place over three action-packed days, bringing families together to run, cycle and swim their way to the finish line.

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You can be a key player in the future of Foxton and Foxton Beach

Published on February 13, 2025

Expressions of interest are being sought to join the Foxton Futures Group, a team of community members, councillors, and council officers focused on making a meaningful impact in the Foxton and Foxton Beach community.

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Council Sticks to the Long Term Plan, Big Decisions Ahead

Published on February 03, 2025

Horowhenua District Council is currently developing the Annual Plan for 2025/26, and we remain committed to the direction we agreed on in the Long Term Plan 2024-2044. This Annual Plan is Year 2 of the Long Term Plan (LTP), so it builds on the work and feedback we heard from our community when we consulted on it last year.

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Consultation on Local Waters Bylaw begins

Published on January 13, 2025

Community members are being invited to have their say on a draft Local Waters Combined Bylaw, with the opening today of formal consultation. The draft bylaw brings rules about drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and trade waste into one place, making it easier for businesses and the public to understand and comply with them.

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Mayor Bernie Wanden welcomes new community newspaper

Published on December 23, 2024

Horowhenua District Council Mayor Bernie Wanden has welcomed news that a new community newspaper is expected to start publication next year.

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Pasifika Celebration Day set to shine in Horowhenua

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Reimagining the Levin War Memorial Hall: Have your say

Upcoming Works for Foxton’s Community Facilities

Horowhenua one step closer to establishing world-class golf course

Get Ready to Move - Whānau Triathlon Series Returns to Horowhenua

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Council Sticks to the Long Term Plan, Big Decisions Ahead

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